Samsung Galaxy S25 Series Launched: Key Features, Pricing and What’s New

• Samsung Galaxy S25 Series offers AI-powered features and performance.
• 200MP camera on Ultra model for superior photography.
• Snapdragon 8 Elite chipset ensures fast, smooth performance.

Samsung has finally unveiled its highly anticipated Galaxy S25 series at the first Galaxy Unpacked event of the year. The new range includes three models: Galaxy S25, Galaxy S25+, and Galaxy S25 Ultra. These smartphones come equipped with a custom Snapdragon 8 Elite chip designed specifically for Galaxy, paired with 12GB of RAM. One of the most exciting updates is the enhanced AI capabilities, making these phones even smarter than before.

The S25 and S25+ models feature a triple rear-camera setup, including a 50-megapixel primary camera. The S25 Ultra retains its 200MP main camera and also introduces an upgraded 50MP ultrawide camera, making it an even more formidable contender in the smartphone market.

Much like Apple’s iPhone 15 Pro and iPhone 16 Pro models, the Galaxy S25 Ultra now supports log video recording, allowing for more professional-grade video capturing. Additionally, it includes a new ‘Now Brief’ feature that provides personalized summaries and displays important information on the lock screen.

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New AI Features: A Step Forward in Personalization

The new Galaxy S25 series brings several innovative AI features that take personalization to the next level. These include call transcription, summaries, and writing assistance. The series also introduces a new Personal Data Engine that analyzes your on-device data to provide tailored AI-driven experiences.

The Now Brief feature acts like a personal digital assistant, offering quick summaries of your schedule, meetings, and other important tasks. This information is displayed directly on the lock screen for easy access.

Pricing and Availability

The global prices for the Galaxy S25 series vary depending on the model and configuration:

• Samsung Galaxy S25 starts at $799 (approximately ₹69,100) for the 12GB+128GB model. It is also available in 12GB+256GB for $859 (around ₹74,300).
• Samsung Galaxy S25+ is priced at $999 (around ₹86,400) for the 12GB+256GB variant and $1,119 (approximately ₹96,700) for the 12GB+512GB variant.
• Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra starts at $1,299 (around ₹1,12,300) for the 12GB+256GB variant, with higher configurations going up to $1,659 (approximately ₹1,43,400).

These devices will be available in a variety of color options, such as Icicle Blue, Mint, Navy, and Silver Shadow, along with exclusive colors like BlueBlack, CoralRed, and PinkGold available through Samsung’s website.

Pre-orders for the Galaxy S25 series are open now, with sales beginning in the U.S. on February 7. Indian pricing details were not available at the time of writing.

Samsung Galaxy S25 Ultra: A Game-Changer in Performance

The Galaxy S25 Ultra comes with a range of high-end features. It supports dual SIM, runs on Android 15, and is equipped with Samsung’s One UI 7 interface. The phone is powered by a custom Snapdragon 8 Elite chip, offering up to 1TB of internal storage and 12GB of RAM.

The 6.9-inch Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen with a variable refresh rate from 1Hz to 120Hz ensures smooth visuals, while the peak brightness of 2600 nits makes it easy to view even in bright sunlight.

The Ultra model features four rear cameras, including the impressive 200MP main camera with 2x in-sensor zoom and Optical Image Stabilization (OIS). It also includes a 50MP ultrawide camera, a 50MP telephoto camera with 5x optical zoom, and another 10MP telephoto camera with 3x optical zoom. For selfies, the phone sports a 12MP front camera.

It supports 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 7, Bluetooth 5.4, and NFC, and also includes a USB Type-C port. Additionally, the phone comes with IP68 dust and water resistance and supports Samsung’s S Pen stylus. The 5000mAh battery supports 45W fast wired charging, and 15W wireless charging is also supported.

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Galaxy S25 and S25+ Features

Both the Galaxy S25 and S25+ run on Android 15 and Samsung’s One UI 7 interface. These models are powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite for Galaxy processor with 12GB of LPDDR5x RAM. The Galaxy S25 comes with a 6.2-inch Full HD+ Dynamic AMOLED 2X screen, while the S25+ offers a larger 6.7-inch display.

The rear camera setup on both phones includes a 50MP primary camera, a 12MP ultrawide camera, and a 10MP telephoto camera. For selfies, both phones have a 12MP front camera. Connectivity options include 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 6E, and Bluetooth 5.3.

The S25 has a 4000mAh battery that supports 25W wired charging, while the S25+ comes with a 4900mAh battery that supports 45W wired charging. Both phones support 15W wireless charging and reverse wireless charging.

In conclusion, the Samsung Galaxy S25 series is a true leap forward in terms of technology and user experience. Whether you’re after the powerful Galaxy S25 Ultra or the more affordable S25 and S25+, Samsung has tailored options to suit various needs and preferences. Stay tuned for more updates on pricing and availability in India.